The WNBA announced on Sunday that Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier will captain the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game scheduled for July 19 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana. Clark, the point guard for the Indiana Fever, will lead the Eastern Conference team, while Collier will head the Western Conference squad. The location holds special significance for Clark as it is her home arena.

Caitlin Clark sets new voting record for All-Star Game

The league revealed the voting results, showing Clark receiving an unprecedented 1,293,526 votes, smashing her previous record. This single total surpasses the combined votes of the top 30 players from the entire 2023 All-Star voting, which totaled 1.17 million. This remarkable achievement highlights Clark’s growing influence in the WNBA and has ignited considerable excitement and discussion across social media platforms.

Fan reactions stir debate centered on Angel Reese

The astonishing vote count for Clark sparked controversy among fans, many using it as a point of comparison involving Angel Reese. Online discussions questioned Reese’s popularity in contrast to Clark’s dominance in voting. One fan remarked,

“But Angel Reese said people don’t just watch for CC so I’m confused.”

—fan

Clark’s leadership and team prospects for the All-Star Game

As team captain, Clark will have the responsibility of selecting her All-Star roster and has expressed her intention to prioritize teammates from the Indiana Fever. With players such as Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston having strong seasons, they are likely to be part of Clark’s squad. Clark conveyed enthusiasm about competing in the All-Star Game on her home court and is committed to making the event memorable for fans and players alike.